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Broken Sway Bar

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by Ray21125150, Apr 12, 2021.

  1. Apr 12, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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    Ray21125150

    Ray21125150 [OP] New Member

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    I have an ‘04 Tundra that I purchased last June. Took it to Toyota for an inspection and found out that the Sway Bar broke off from the frame. Dealer said I shouldn’t drive the truck. Is this truck salvageable or am I looking at at loss here. Thanks
     
  2. Apr 12, 2021 at 12:21 PM
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    Lil Steve

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    Unfortunately it sounds like you have some frame damage due to rust. There's lots of good info in this thread about frame replacements. Maybe check with your dealer to see if your truck is a candidate for frame replacement.
     
  3. Apr 12, 2021 at 4:22 PM
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    Voss

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    Have a pic of what’s broken?
     
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  4. Apr 12, 2021 at 4:25 PM
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    Captain Tenneal

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    Depends what's broken. If only the bushing mounts or links are broken, it's "driveable" if you remove the sway bar. If it's rusty attachment points, it's a different story. We need to see pics.
     
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  5. Apr 12, 2021 at 4:25 PM
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    FrenchToasty

    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, 6 lug enthusiast

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    You can drive all day without a sway bar, but if rust is eating the frame, that might be a concern
     
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